Childminder in Derby

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY440600 Inspection date 25/07/2012 Inspector Hazel White

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2012. She lives in the Sinfin area of Derbyshire. The whole of the property is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is able to take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom, no more than three may be in the early years age range. There is currently one child attending on a part-time basis who is within the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children settle well with the childminder and relate confidently to her. They enjoy a good balance of opportunities for free play and planned activities both indoors and outside. Partnerships with parents are strong and links with other early years providers are emerging. Policies, procedures and documentation appropriately promote children's safety, although, some are not readily available for inspection. Most welfare requirements are met. The childminder is beginning to identify areas of strength and development to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 provide a first aid box with appropriate contents to meet the needs of children (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 26/07/2012

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further?

 ensure that all records relating to childcare activities are readily accessible and available for inspection at all times (Documentation). 26/07/2012

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 improve the organisation of the setting by developing the use of self- evaluation to identify areas for improvement in all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are appropriately safeguarded because the childminder has a sound understanding of child protection issues. She is aware of the possible signs of abuse and understands the process to follow if she was to have concerns about a child in her care. Her child protection policy is shared with parents, so that they are aware of her role in protecting children from harm. Adults in the household have been suitably vetted and a record is kept of visitors to the home. Children receive care in a safe and secure home because the childminder assesses and minimises risks effectively. Documentation is sufficiently organised to support children's welfare. However, some records are not available for inspection, either because they are mislaid, or the childminder has not ensured that they have been returned from parents. This potentially compromises children's welfare and is a breach of legal requirements.

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the early years provision

The childminder supports children's learning with a good variety of resources that are age-appropriate, interesting and encourage their natural curiosity to learn. Children's understanding of diversity and the wider world is effectively enhanced through resources and discussions. In addition, they attend toddler groups where they mix with children from different cultures. Children can select from attractively displayed toys in the playroom and therefore, make informed choices with regard to their play. The environment is relaxed and allows children to move freely between activities.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with parents and gets to know families well. She completes an 'All about Me' booklet, which gives her a good insight into the child's home life and enables her to strive to meet their particular needs. Parents learn about what their children have done with the childminder through conversations, the daily diary and regular opportunities to look at their observation and assessment records. She understands the importance of partnership working and will initiate contact with local early years providers and other professionals when the need arises.

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the early years provision

The childminder is working towards obtaining an early years degree, which shows her commitment to training. She holds a valid first aid certificate. Although, the childminder confidently describes how she would deal with any minor accidents, children may not be fully protected because she does not have a first aid box. This is a breach in requirements. The childminder has recently commenced minding, so self-evaluation systems are developing. She seeks the views of parents and has started to identify some of her strengths and areas for improvement. However, she has not used self-evaluation effectively to ensure that all welfare requirements are met. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy in the childminder's care and separate well from their parents. The childminder has a good understanding of their likes and individual needs. Planning is informal but she confidently explains the activities, which she is providing to extend all children's learning and support their development of good skills for the future. The childminder completes detailed observations and assessments of the children's development and uses the information to identify and plan for their future learning needs.

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and outcomes for children

Babies thrive with the childminder because she enables them to join in activities at their own level and provides them with play opportunities to support their particular learning needs. For example, she makes treasure baskets using a range of everyday objects for them to explore and investigate. She sings to them while preparing their foods and when changing their nappy. In response they babble, chuckle and squeak with delight.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy listening to stories and looking at books, which promotes their understanding that print has meaning. Children learn numbers and simple addition and subtraction during spontaneous activities and everyday routines. They count as they climb the stairs and as they place bricks on top of one another. Children develop their skills when using technology through the use of programmable toys. Also young children show an interest in toys with buttons, flaps and simple mechanisms, which they learn to operate.

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and outcomes for children

All children enjoy regular fresh air and exercise. They take part in activities at the local children's centre and they enjoy regular visits to the local park to extend their physical skills on the large play equipment. Children learn all about the wider world. Parents are encouraged to share information about their culture and positive images are apparent in the resources provided. Children also listen to music in their home language. They behave well because the childminder is a good role model and sets clear boundaries for their behaviour. Children select from the toys available for free play, which effectively promotes their independence.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn consistent routines with regard to hygiene, for example, washing their hands after using the bathroom and after outdoor play. A menu is in place, which takes account of their particular dietary needs and preferences should parents wish her to provide food. She works closely with parents when weaning babies onto solid food to ensure that their wishes are respected. Drinks are freely available, so children stay hydrated. Children are gaining a general awareness of their personal safety because the childminder makes appropriate use of opportunities to teach them about road safety. Older children understand why they must hold her hand when walking along busy roads. Babies are securely strapped into their pushchairs to keep them safe. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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